In short: A very good racing dayIn full: This was my second Tewkesbury Half, and for the second year in a row, we were graced by near perfect weather conditions. The atmosphere was nice as usual, and the organisation was satisfactorily. I agree with other comments about the problem of traffic: I saw a tractor just driving along the runners absolutely ignoring them, as if thet weren't there. Also, at one point, a van just pulled in in between the runners, I was just behind it and I had to move to the right hand side of the road to avoid breathing in the fumes. This is something the organisation should definitively look into for next year. Apart from this, I had a great day, done a PB, so I was very pleased. I would definitively recommend it to first timers. Date of review: May 11, 2009

In short: Nice local race, good atmosphere, not too challengingIn full: This was only my second race, so I am not an expert. Anyway, I did enjoy the event, the atmosphere was nice and friendly and everyone seemed to have a good time. The organisation was OK, although some things could be easily improved. For example, the portaloos were placed about 1/4 mile from the start line: this means that the last chance to go without risking to miss the start is about 20 - 30 minutes beforehand (there are always queues). I found the course not too challenging, flat as promised, and with good opportunities for speed. The surrounding was very rural, quite enjoyable. There were a sufficient amount of marshalls, all quite friendly and helpful (despite the rain), and a good mile marking system.We did meet a few oncoming cars and a couple of horses along the way, but they always gave way and altogether I didn't find the traffic too disturbing.I liked the medal at the end, and I did a better time than my previous race, so I was well pleased.Date of review: October 6, 2008